The Mental Health Team Appointment !!!!!!!!!....As I thought....Upped the pills

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Sorry its been late informing you of what happened....

So last Thursday morning we go off to the hospital to see the MHT....very good on arrival, only waited 5mins, and we were a bit early.

Two guys sat asking Dave how he was feeling and what they think would benefit him.....up the Mirtazapine to 45mg.....do you agree David.."well yes, whatever you say". In steps the angry, frustrated cant believe this shite wife.

Firstly, I want to know what is it that you actually want to achieve with David, because from where Im sitting its ..fuck all. Last night he was so distressed about this appointment because he thought you would say he is ok to go back to work, followed by a sleepless night for both of us. He cant make a bloody simple decision of what to wear. The thought of returning to his job with the wellfare of ex amount of men and machinery was just too much...

Ah, you rang with concerns last week Mrs....... Yes I did, I am at my wits end, I appreciate the need for the pills but not happy that you are going to up them again, Why !!!!  then what !!!!!!

Well Dave had told them he got very angry with me for being in his way, not that I noticed much cos I always get in the way......well he did do a big sigh and walk out of the room. They asked if he was violent towards me because of it....NO HE WASNT. They then said "so you feel that David benefitted from the counselling, we dont do counselling, our aim is to make sure he will not harm himself or others and feel he needs to have pills upped to get him to a happy mood. We are happy with Dave and will discharge him from our team today.

WHAT JUST HAPPENED!!!!!!!!!!!........ok now Im not happy, where is the back up plan, so he just has pills to sit on the end of the sofa spaced out...not bloody likely.

After a few more choice words this is MY plan for Dave and they agreed. Strike one for the wife.

Daves anger can rise from calm to flaming red haze in a split second so cant go back to work yet, they agree......  Not happy about the pills but if I feel he is too spaced out I can ring them to have them reduced again, they agree. .......He needs counselling as well as the pills, they finally agreed.....

We also agreed between the four of us that Macmillan should be first port of call as he is struggling with the way he has been left after his horrendous surgery, so rang Deb to get him in (he told me this morning that I was meant to ring her yesterday, he forgot) and will ring her Monday now to see whats happening there. Next should be berievement counselling, still cant get over the sudden loss of his brother (this also comes to play with work, they worked side by side for over 35yrs) and have asked him before to do that one. Angermanagement if after the other two he is no better.

I feel let down, Dave feels sod all. He is becoming acceptent ...is that a word....of things their not doing, but I wont give up. He is talking to me more about how he is really feeling and thats a big step for him.

Together we will do it, cos Im not going away, I love you, you bad tempered, stroppy, frustrating, messy 6'2" shell of the man I married. MY DAVID. X

Feeling strong guys, and that is down to you lot ((((((((((((Mac Family))))))))))))) cos when I feel like shit and want to cry, and do cry you are there with a shoulder, a tissue, words of comfort, hugs and much much more to help me on my bumpy road.

A BIG THANK YOU xxxxxx

 

 

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  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Hi Shaz,

    Dave is so lucky to have a strong and determined lady like yourself to be at his side.  When you're struggling with mental health problems it's just what you need even if you don't know it yourself at the time!!

    My hubby works in mental health and i did too but quite a few years ago.  If you ever need any info on meds, treatment plans etc. just pm me, anytime.  Though it sounds like you've got it all sussed really, good for you.

    Onwards and upwards

    Take care, love

    Jan xx

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Hello Shaz ( this might work now ! ) What I was trying to say before was just stick at it like a terrier and don't let go until they do something constructive for Dave - it's not fair on either of you to have to go through all this hassle. I do feel that the Macmillan nurse will be a great help, take care.

    Love, Joycee xx

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Hello again Shaz, thank you so much for your reply. It has given me some hope that a proper diagnosis can still be given. From what I know the medication given for this problem works wonders. I live in hope that one day all will be will.

    Love, Christine xx

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Nanny B

    You were the first person to answer my cry for help, for that I cannot thank you enough.

    My journey did not go as I would have liked. That however is life.

    So please take onboard my hurt/anger/resistance if it helps.

    Much love Helen xxx

  • FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Zute ....sorry you hit that wall, but something has to give and Im afraid it was you. You need time out, even if its only for a couple of hours, but its got to be for you and nobody else. xx

    Jan..... I might just PM you when I feel that Im up against the wall again, thanks xx

    Joycee.....Glad you got that off your chest, so frustrating when you cant post a reply. Most of my friends and family refer to me as "Rocky" so I guess I will always fight to the end xx

    Christine.....it is a wonder drug in respects that he is now living a normal happy life, what side effects this drug has I dont know but I hope your daughter can get someone to listern to her, which will hopefully lead to a better life for you all xx

    Helen.....Thank you for your kind words, and yes, I too have hurt/anger but most of all ..I have YOU...cos I know your having it tough too at the moment but your here supporting me, I really appreciate it, thank you xx

    Thank you all ((((((((((((((XXXXXXX))))))))))))